Plymouth Bay Orthopedic Associates Now Offering Foot & Ankle Care
Plymouth Bay Orthopedic Associates is proud to announce an exciting expansion of our services: we are now offering specialized Foot & Ankle orthopedic care. This is a major step forward for our practice—and a milestone that has been years in the making.
For many patients, foot and ankle pain can quickly impact everything: walking, working, exercise, and daily routines. Until now, accessing dedicated Foot & Ankle specialty care often meant traveling outside the area. With the launch of our new Foot & Ankle service line, patients can now receive advanced orthopedic care closer to home, backed by the trusted PBOA team.
Meet Our Foot & Ankle Team
To support this exciting new service offering, we’re thrilled to welcome:
Dr. Casey Kuripla, MD
Dr. Kuripla is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and fellowship-trained Foot & Ankle specialist. She provides comprehensive care for foot and ankle injuries and conditions, including sports injuries, trauma, arthritis, deformity correction, and advanced reconstructive procedures. Dr. Kuripla also has a strong interest in minimally invasive techniques, cartilage restoration, and biologic augmentation, helping patients explore the best path forward based on their goals and activity level.
Michaela Clark, PA-C
Michaela Clarke is an experienced Orthopedic Physician Assistant who works closely with the Foot & Ankle team to support patients through evaluation, treatment planning, education, and follow-up care. She provides care for general orthopedics, orthopedic trauma, and acute and chronic foot and ankle conditions, helping ensure patients feel informed, supported, and confident throughout their recovery.
Conditions We Treat
Our Foot & Ankle team evaluates and treats a wide range of injuries and conditions, including:
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Ankle sprains and instability
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Foot and ankle fractures
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Achilles tendon tears and chronic Achilles tendonitis
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Posterior tibial tendonitis
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Flatfoot conditions and reconstruction
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Arthritis of the foot and ankle
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Minimally invasive bunion procedures
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Ligament reconstruction and repair
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Cartilage restoration procedures
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Total ankle replacement
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Nerve procedures
Whether symptoms start suddenly after an injury, or develop gradually over time, early evaluation can help prevent long-term issues and improve outcomes.
What This Means for Patients
This new Foot & Ankle service line reflects PBOA’s continued commitment to delivering comprehensive orthopedic care across the South Shore and Cape Cod region. With this addition, patients can access specialized treatment options while staying connected to the broader PBOA team for coordinated care.
Foot and ankle pain is common, but it shouldn’t be something patients simply “push through.” With the right diagnosis, treatment plan, and expert guidance, many patients can return to the activities they enjoy safely and efficiently.
Schedule an Appointment
If you’re experiencing foot or ankle pain, recovering from an injury, or looking for expert evaluation, our team is here to help.